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Veolia North America Project Engineer in Ashburn, Virginia
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About Veolia North America
A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com .
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BENEFITS
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
POSITION PURPOSE: Project Engineer - Commissioning of equipment and systems with Electrical focus. Must be a self-motivated, energetic professional, with experience and an understanding of building MEP systems design, construction, and commissioning of critical systems ranging in size, rating and complexity. The ideal candidate shall possess theoretical and practical knowledge in the commissioning, testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems and related controls. Candidates will be responsible for reviewing project information, executing daily field activities, maintaining project documentation, assisting the Project Manager, and providing guidance to junior engineers. This role requires technical competency and organizational skills and is expected to work well in a team environment.
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :
Commission electrical distribution equipment and related controls, primarily in data center environments, including HV and MV primary distribution
Review system designs for compliance with client facility goals
Prepare plans and procedures for execution of the commissioning process
Conduct commissioning activities from the Design Phase into the Occupation Phase, in accordance with client requirements
Attend factory testing of equipment and document procedures and results
Conduct physical testing of electrical equipment and measure results using test instrumentation
Fully document all field procedures, including results, issues, and observations using online applications
Report on electrical system performance and make technical recommendations on issues
Work with project teams to coordinate and execute field activities.
Review and comment on project documentation, plans, and schedules
Submit and maintain daily commissioning reports as required
Assist in the training of junior engineers
Respond to customer inquiries in a manner that exceeds the customer's expectations
Ensure compliance with company, client, and project safety requirements
Knowledgeable with common mechanical, and controls-related building equipment, including:
Engine generators
Uninterruptible power supplies & battery systems
Medium and low-voltage electrical switchgear
PLC controls and sequences of operations
Automatic transfer switches
Static transfer switches
Power distribution units
Busways
Grounding Systems.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day.
Carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to wear required PPE daily.
Travel nationwide 50% - 75% if not assigned locally.
Qualifications
Education / Experience / Background
- BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering with 2 or more years with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience.
OR
- Minimum of 4 or more years of experience as a commissioner with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Experience in Mission Critical facility commissioning essential
Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, problem solver
Good communication and relationship skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work with limited supervision
Knowledge & experience with ASHRAE commissioning guidelines preferred
Distributed control system experience a plus
Reasonable understanding of Buiding Management Systems
Deep understanding and application of test instrumentation
Team player and a "client-first" mentality.
Required Certification / Licenses / Training
- Professional Engineers License and a Commissioning certification a plus but not required.
Additional Information
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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